Burrata cheese

Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese originating from Southern Italy in the Puglia region, created in the early 20th century around the town of Andria.

It is a very creamy cheese made with an outer shell of mozzarella, while the inside is filled with stracciatella, a mixture of shredded mozzarella and fresh cream. The result is a soft, delicate texture with a smooth elastic exterior and a rich, creamy center that is almost liquid.

In cooking, burrata is best enjoyed raw to preserve its texture and flavor. It is commonly served with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and basil, or used on bruschetta, pizza, and focaccia. It is also added as a finishing touch to pasta, vegetables, or salads, always at the end of cooking, never exposed to high heat.

Burrata is a symbol of Italian gastronomy: simple on the outside but rich, creamy, and indulgent on the inside.